1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 2CV | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | 2CV | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |